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When CSA Comes From
Someone You Trust

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CSA can create deep confusion and lasting effects on a survivor’s sense of trust, intimacy, and self-understanding. Many abusers manipulate children into believing the abuse is a game or a secret, making it difficult to recognize the harm. As survivors grow older, the confusion intensifies, especially when the perpetrator is someone they were close to, trusted, or depended on.

In this expert video, Emilia Pacholec a therapist at New Moon Psychology, explores the lasting impact of childhood sexual violence, how it shapes a survivor’s perception of relationships, and why it can be so difficult to talk about. Breaking the silence is crucial for healing and understanding. If this topic resonates with you or someone you know, know that you’re not alone. We are Braving Healing

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Emilia Pacholec is psychotherapist based in Toronto. She began her career working with patients experiencing Borderline Personality Disorder and later focused on adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. She brings an evidence-based approach along with a down-to-earth understanding of the complexities of trauma.